Are you aware that Herpes have affected almost half of the
world’s population? You might be wondering what are the symptoms of this Herpes virus and how to treat it. I will be sharing these information with you in this video today.

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In the last episode of this STD series, I will share more about Herpes simplex virus. Are you aware that almost half of the world’s population has this virus? What are the symptoms and treatment for this condition?

This is an infection which is a very common condition that is caused by the herpes simplex virus that is very contagious and often spreads through human to human contact.

The herpes simplex virus family has 2 members : HSV1 and HSV2
HSV-1 is mainly transmitted through the oral to oral contact causing oral herpes , commonly known as cold sore and can also cause genital herpes too.
HSV2 is a sexually transmitted infection that causes genital herpes. These are mild infections and are generally harmless but may lead to potentially fatal complications for newborns, pregnant women and those with weakened immune system.

HSV 1 is not technically a sexually transmitted infection. Transmission occur mainly via contact with the virus in sores, saliva or surfaces in and around the mouth. Most HSV 1 infections are acquired during childhood and not uncommonly from their parents.

Infected persons often experience first a tingling, itching or burning sensation around their mouth before the onset of painful sores or vesicles. The sores will resolve on their own usually within 7-10 days. But can recur periodically throughout our lives.

Other common symptoms of HSV 1 infections include fever with muscle aches, lymph nodes swelling and swollen red gums.

HSV 2 is mainly transmitted during sex through contact with genital or anal surfaces, skin, sores or fluids of someone infected with the virus. Genitalia herpes can be asymptomatic or have mild symptoms that can go
unrecognised. When symptoms do occur, one or more painful vesicles or ulcers may appear in the private area.
Herpes simplex virus infection is usually a clinical diagnosis made by the doctor. No tests is necessary.

Treatment objective for HSV infections are
1) to Reduce the severity of symptoms
2) Speed up the healing process
3) In patients with very frequent recurrence, to reduce the frequency

Unfortunately, HSV cannot be cured. Once you have it, the virus stays with you. Hence, to avoid spreading this virus to others
- those with active oral herpes should avoid oral contact with others and avoid sharing objects that touched saliva until symptoms have fully resolved.
- individuals with genital herpes should abstain from sex until symptoms have resolved fully too.

However, given the fact that HSV can be transmitted even when no symptoms are felt,
- avoiding promiscuous sexual activities and
- using condoms

Now I would like to highlight two important points about HSV infections, which is its relation with HIV and transmission of HIV from mother to child
during delivery.
HSV-2 infection increases the risk of acquiring HIV infection by approximately 3 fold. Additionally, people with both HIV and HSV-2 infection are more likely to spread HIV to others. Hence, it is recommended to screen for HIV infection when someone has been diagnosed with HSV-2.
In rare circumstances, Herpes simplex virus can be transmitted from mother to child during delivery, causing a condition called neonatal herpes.
It is rare but when it does occur, can lead to serious consequences such as death to baby, brain infection with permanent neurological disability to the infant and even eye infection with potential blindness.
Therefore, if you are pregnant and have symptoms of genital herpes, please inform your obstetrician right away.

I hope this episode has increased your knowledge to one of the most common viral infection in the world. Recognise its symptoms to prevent the spread to your loved ones.

00:00 Intro
00:27 What is herpes simplex virus
01:39 HSV1 transmission & symptoms
02:48 HSV2 transmission & symptoms
03:38 HSV diagnosis & Treatment
04:52 HSV &HIV
05:27 Neonatal herpes

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